"For too many people in America, basics like food, housing, healthcare...are scarce. Thanksgiving plans can create anxiety for parents struggling to feed their children." A reminder the season of bounty is not bountiful for all. Joshua Pedersen United Way definingus.org/2782-2/

Security, smiles, volunteer-spirit and a gateway to services - food programs provide more than just food. #sdoh #team211 #liveunited #Thanksgiving

Join White House/Treasury “Get Your CTC/EITC Day of Action” — kicked off by Vice President JD Vance on February 8th. Join the Vice President JD Vance, mayors, community & advocacy groups in announcing actions to expand filings for 2nd half of Child Tax Credit & new $1500 EITC for workers w/o dependent kids. Join us!

When times get dark - there is a support all around you. Thanks to The Rockefeller Foundation and Ad Council for being a part of the 211 team. #Team211

Love #drjodycarrington and Christine Benero talking about love and safety. #Team211 instagram.com/tv/CZ93wlPJHQL…

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#BuildingTrust is important. "But it is very important to know that these are our neighbors that are asking for help. These are the people who cut your hair, wait on you at the restaurant, bag your groceries." Joshua Pedersen United Way #DefiningUS definingus.org/about/podcast/

"What I would say to students trying to figure out their own orientation or identity is 'I love you. I care for you. Tell me what you're feeling.' And I would stop, and I would listen." Joshua Pedersen United Way #LeadingWithLove #DefiningUS definingus.org/about/podcast/

With one month left of tax season, #Florida residents can access free tax prep services at 190 #VITA sites supported by United Way. To find a site near you, call 211 or visit irs.treasury.gov/freetaxprep/ United Way of FL UnitedWayMiami

"We are proactively through United Way’s #211 are calling #caregivers. Once we identify caregivers, we are asking what support services and resources are needed and data shows by doing this, we are connecting caregivers to 4-5 resources per person." - Angela F. Williams #MIGlobal

United Way advocates for education, health and income opportunity - including improvements to the #ChildTaxCredit and #EITC to reduce poverty, address racial inequities, and support children and families unitedway.org/preview/blog/u…

Recent data analysis shows rural, critical access and safety net hospitals have not expanded initiatives to address #SDOH in vulnerable patient populations. Via Healthcare Dive hubs.la/Q01qZXcd0

Thank you People and Jeff Nelson. And for those who read it as well. I know the headline may be putting off for some but I tried to be honest and sincere. 🙏🏼❤️ people.com/music/david-ar…

Today I issued an executive order to establish the Maryland Department of Service and Civic Innovation.

The Ride United Program is closing gaps so that all can thrive. With support from General Motors and @Lyft, local United Ways and 211s have provided over 333,000 free and discounted rides for 56,000 people to doctors, food banks, jobs interviews and more. untdwy.org/3pUYXrl

“There are 1.5 million programs and services in the U.S. — it can be confusing to navigate, especially for those seeking services for the first time. 211 is there to make it easier for people to get what they need. It’s America’s safety net.” — Joshua Pedersen #211Briefing

For #GivingTuesday, we asked our staff: what does #CreatingOpportunities mean to? From investing in our youth to envisioning a world free from poverty, we’re working to ensure all our neighbors have the opportunity to thrive. Join us by donating today: untdwy.org/3QO7OEt

Join us in #CreatingOpportunities for everyone to thrive on #GivingTuesday! With your help, United Way Worldwide is investing in our communities to ensure everyone has the opportunity to be healthy, succeed in school, and earn a livable wage. Donate now: untdwy.org/3MRnxRW

FINAL HOURS TO VOTE We had many awesome 211 art pieces submitted to our 211 Art Contest! You can see a few of them here, but visit okt.to/gBVUa3 to vote for your favorite! The winner will receive $1500! #TheWorkUWBA